Mental Health Much?

Surprise extra episode added to our season on body image in the queer communities! And this one has been recorded on camera! Join Jordan and I as we discuss eating disorder and their impact in queer culture. Trigger warning, we will talk about dieting, calorie counting and specific behaviours related to eating disorder, so as per usual, take care of yourself while listening.  - - - - - - - Watch t...

This is it… it is the conclusion of this special season on body image and self-esteem with Jordan. I had a microphone malfunction, so I am sorry if I sound like I am underwater. Join us on this last episode in which we talk about what we learned, what changes we want to implement in our lives, what tips have helped us in the past and, finally, what are the things we love about our bodies.  - - - -...

On the last regular episode of our season on body image, Jordan and I decided to tackle the topic of body modifications and plastic surgery. Comes on this journey with us as we confront our prejudices, while keeping things queer! - - - - - - - Follow Jordan on Instagram @bloodandgorr - - - - - - - Follow me on Instagram @mentalhealthmuch

Dans ce premier, et probablement seul, épisode francophone de la saison 3, je reçois Marie du balado Entre Deux Eaux pour discuter de vêtement, de mode et d’image corporelle. Nous discutons de magasinages, du milieu queer, du vieillissement et de la grossophobie intériorisée.  Un épisode dédié au plaisir, plutôt qu’à la douleur, lorsqu’il vient le temps de s’habiller.  - - - - - - - Trouver le bal...

Today, Jordan and I are being allies with the health at every size movement and discussing fatphobia and anti-fat bias. If you want to learn more about this topic, I suggest following Aubrey Gordon, or the Big Gay Fat Podcast. Both are incredible resources to continue to unlearn our biases. - - - - - - - Follow Jordan on Instagram @bloodandgorr - - - - - - - Follow me on Instagram @mentalhealthmuc...

This is it, the big episode I have been prepping for since the start of this season: the episode on the diet culture and the wellness industry. Join Jordan and I as we discuss our relationship with dieting, discover facts about the wellness industry and debunk some of our preconceptions about food. An episode not to be missed! - - - - - - - Follow Jordan on Instagram @bloodandgorr - - - - - - - Fo...

On this episode, my friend Darcy comes on the show to discuss gay relationships for gay men of sizes, through the community of chubs and chasers. In this episode, we discuss size stigma, loneliness, feeling invisible in the community, and how to be a better ally to fat people. - - - - - - - Find Darcy and his pins at www.pin-ace.com Or on social media @pinacepins - - - - - - - Follow Jordan on Ins...

In this week’s “mini episode,” Jordan and I interview The James Arrow, to talk about body diversity and radical acceptance. From his experience navigating gay culture as an Asian man living with a disability to the making of a body diverse community calendar, James talks about his activism and about not giving a f*ck. - - - - - - - Follow Jordan on Instagram @bloodandgorr - - - - - - - Follow me o...

This week, Jordan and I are discussing body image in the context of gay sex and relationships. We will first discuss body insecurities and beauty norms, then we will talk about the gay scene and dating apps. After, we will explore the topic of sex and porn, to finish the conversation on normative discontent, and how we tend to criticize and view our bodies in our communities. A truthful and vulner...

On this week’s episode of this series on beauty standards, we get to talk to Loren and Amanda, about body image in the lesbian communities and in media. In this episode, I discover what a chapstick lesbian is, we talk about body hair, and we discuss the poor representation of queer women in media. - - - - - - - Follow Loren and Amanda’s adorable dog on Instagram @espressodoggo - - - - - - - Follow...

This week, Jordan and I are tackling the topic of beauty standards on the queer community. Impromptu fashion expert Jordan walks us through fashion trends of our predecessors. We also discuss dressing as a signifier, passing, safety, and the colours green and violet. - - - - - - - Follow Jordan on Instagram @bloodandgorr - - - - - - - Follow me on Instagram @mentalhealthmuch

Welcome to season 3, a season exclusively dedicated to body image, diet culture and self-esteem. I am back with a special guest to start this season with a brief history of the beauty standards. Tune in for a lot more content to come! - - - - - - - Follow Jordan on Instagram @bloodandgorr - - - - - - - Follow me on Instagram @mentalhealthmuch

Surprise! And happy Halloween! In this very long special spooky episode, I have the privilege to interview AJ from fellow Canadian podcast Crime Family. AJ and I talk about the phenomenon of true crimes’ podcasts and documentaries, how they became so popular, why people love them so much and how they can affect our mental health. In the second section of the episode, AJ and I are discussing mental...

On the last episode of season 2 of Mental Health Much, I receive Brendan to discuss a very important question: why should we go to therapy, when we are feeling unwell before of systemic world stressors? In this conversation without a clear answer, we talk about capitalism, burning out, watching the news and, obviously, video games. Thank you everyone for a phenomenal second season, and I will see...

Pour le dernier épisode francophone de la saison 2, je reçois nul autre que la sensation TikTok Mx Jimmy Blow pour parler identité et sentiment d’appartenance. Avec Jimmy, nous discutons de ne pas trouver sa place dans la scène gay, de l’importance d’être soi-même et de sobriété. Un épisode parfait pour tous les gens qui se sont sentis différents un jour ou l’autre. - - - - - - - Découvrez Jimmy s...

On episode 41 of Mental Health Much?, I get to talk with Ian about coming out to your doctor. In this hour, we discuss trans health, sexual health and maintaining a great relationship with your family doctor. Trigger warning, we also talk about suicide and sexual abuse. - - - - - - - Interactive Trans Health Guide: https://www.rainbowhealthontario.ca/TransHealthGuide/index.html Sherbourne’s guidel...

This week, on Mental Health Much, Kiarmin and I answer the ultimate question (ish…): Is conforming good for you? Come on this journey with us, discussing gender, survival instincts, (pop) culture, race, anger and just… trying something new from time to time.  - - - - - - -  Follow me on Instagram @mentalhealthmuch

Episode 39 is my second mentor episode. And this time, I get to share the air with Rick, who has been a friend and a coworker for the past 8 years of my life. Because our work together has always been in gay men’s health, we decided to stay true to our roots and talk about gay men, sex, relationship and validation. A very important episode for me, in which I hope you get to discover this wonderful...

Cette semaine, je reçois mon ami Aimé, qui vient nous parler d’antidépresseurs, de stigmatisation et de transition hormonale. Dans cet épisode, iel nous dévoile sa relation avec ces nouveaux médicaments, les réticences qu’iel vit encore face à ce choix et les réactions des gens qui l’entourent. Un épisode dans lequel nous parlons de plusieurs tabous sur la santé mentale. - - - - - - - Découvrez le...

This week, I am giving you a throwback! One year ago, I was a guest on Shafik’s videocast to talk about working with people who use substances, taking care of my mental health as a therapist, and setting boundaries between personal and professional life. A fun episode in which I am taking the place of the interviewee, instead of the interviewer. - - - - - - - To discover Shafik’s video cast: https...

** This episode was recorded in Toronto. So I apologize for the construction noises behind Robyn and I ** This week, my colleague Robyn and myself are discussing this titan of a topic: Imposter Syndrome. Informed by their work as a psychotherapist working with trans folks, Robyn tackles this topic with their community in mind. In this great episode, we bring up our inner perfectionists, standards...

This week, I am very excited to release the first of three, hopefully four, “Meet my Mentors” episode! Throughout season 2, you will have a chance to meet with a few of the people that shaped who I am as a person, and as a professional, starting with Almuth. Listen to our conversation about aging and retirement, a fascinating topic that you might relate to more than you expected, even if retiremen...

This week, I am meeting with my friend Dale to discuss procrastination and lack of motivation. I could write more about this episode... maybe I'll do it later.  - - - - - - - Follow me on Instagram @mentalhealthmuch

Dans ce premier épisode francophone de la saison 2, j’ai le plaisir de recevoir Barbada, drag queen canadienne renommée, pour discuter de la santé mentale dans le monde de la drag. De la pression ressentie lorsque l’on doit toujours à son meilleur sur la scène, jusqu’aux changements importants dans l’univers de la drag lors des dix dernières années, tout y passe. Une entrevue à ne pas manquer ! -...

** Sorry for the background microphone noises ** Welcome to episode 32, where I receive Misty Crowley to talk about Borderline Personality Disorder. In this episode, Misty talks about the ways this disorder affected her sense of self, her relationships and her escapism behaviours. A great episode to learn more about this diagnosis that is often really stigmatized. - - - - - - - To discover Misty’s...